Excellent
#720 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
1041 East 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#720 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#84 of 563
public schools
In district
#106 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is a public elementary school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy — Students at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy Compares
See how Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1041 East 46th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quincy Jones Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Center for Advanced Learning (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Synergy Charter Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISANA Himalia Academy Los Angeles | 0.0 mi | 3.5 |
| LOS ANGELES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Los Angeles | 0.1 mi | — |
| George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Harmony Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Forty-Ninth Street Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Hooper Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Wadsworth Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Hooper Avenue Primary Center Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Odilia Elementary Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | — |
| Ascot Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ODILIA SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Senior High Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Nava College Preparatory Academy Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Matrix for Success Academy Los Angeles | 0.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Synergy Charter Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Quincy Jones Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Synergy Quantum Academy Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Dr. Maya Angelou Community High Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,781
Median Home Value
$575,200
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
102,784
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
26.3%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chandler Elementary Sherman Oaks, CA | 8.6 |
| Charnock Road Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
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- CompareSally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy vs Charles H. Kim ElementaryLos Angeles, CA Peer score 8.5/10 -0.1 vs Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy
- CompareSally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy vs Para Los Ninos CharterLos Angeles, CA Peer score 9.5/10 +0.9 vs Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy
What grades does Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy serve?
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy rank in CA?
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy ranks #720 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy a charter school?
No, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy a Title I school?
No, Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy?
93.4% of students at Sally Ride Elementary: a Smart Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (323) 235-7117
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #106 of 769
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